Deliveroo Finance is delivering a transformation programme to ensure the teams, processes and systems across Finance are optimally configured to best support the company in the execution of its strategy to achieve growth and profitability.  The role will report and work closely with the Senior Finance Project Manager assisting and overseeing the project management of systems, data and process for a number of small projects within this programme as well as being a member of the Finance Projects team. This is a fixed term contract role for 12 months. 

What you’ll be doing

• Coordinating new and ongoing projects, confirming feasibility and establishing and managing  budgets, teams and resources
• Working closely with internal stakeholders to set goals and objectives, define roles and produce schedules and timelines
• Collaborating with our Tech partners, Product Managers, Engineering Managers and third party suppliers to deliver project outcomes
• Managing project risks including the development of contingency plans
• Monitoring overall progress and use of resources, initiating corrective action where necessary
• Reporting through agreed lines on project progress 
• Liaising with key project owners to assure the overall direction and integrity of the project
• Maintaining an awareness of potential interdependencies with other projects and their impact to ensure that work is neither overlooked nor duplicated
• Working with and managing expectations of Finance stakeholders
• Being an active advocate for change and leveraging your knowledge of best practices in project management to drive continual improvement within the business
• Utilising analytical and problem-solving skills during the planning, design, execution, and monitoring of the project

Requirements

• At least 3+ years of project management experience 
• Demonstrable experience in assisting and/or overseeing projects throughout all phases of the project lifecycle and an understanding of key project delivery methodologies
• Knowledge of a Project Management methodology such as PRINCE2 and APM
• Self-driven and quick to adapt, embracing challenges with enthusiasm
• Big Picture Vision - to zoom out from what is currently done and see why it is we need to do it. Able to quickly draw parallels and consolidate activities from diverse activities.  
• Analytical Mindset - to break down monolithic problems into clearly distinct and digestible issues and then identify options to resolve them 
• Stakeholder Partnership - to engage, influence and excite a varied team from across Finance  and help instil a joint feeling of ownership and pride in any transformations 
• Project and Change Champion - to appreciate good but pragmatic project delivery practice and the importance of managing change to ensure successful implementation
• Effective Communicator - to build and sustain effective communications with other roles involved in the project including establishing a good working relationship with the Sponsor
• Flexible approach - tailor expert knowledge to meet specific circumstances

Why Deliveroo  Our mission is to be the definitive food company. We are transforming the way the world eats by making food more convenient and accessible. We give people the opportunity to eat what they want, as they want it, when and where they want it.We are a technology-driven company at the forefront of the most rapidly expanding industry in the world. We are still a small team, making a very large impact, looking to answer some of the most interesting questions out there. We move fast, value autonomy and ownership, and we are always looking for new ideas.Workplace & BenefitsAt Deliveroo we know that people are the heart of the business and we prioritise their welfare. Benefits differ by country, but we offer many benefits in areas including healthcare, well-being, parental leave, pensions, and generous annual leave allowances, including time off to support a charitable cause of your choice. Benefits are country-specific, please ask your recruiter for more information.DiversityAt Deliveroo, we believe a great workplace is one that represents the world we live in and how beautifully diverse it can be. That means we have no judgement when it comes to any one of the things that make you who you are - your gender, race, sexuality, religion or a secret aversion to coriander. All you need is a passion for (most) food and a desire to be part of one of the fastest-growing businesses in a rapidly growing industry.We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of our hiring process. We recognise that some candidates may require adjustments to apply for a position or fairly participate in the interview process. If you require any adjustments, please don't hesitate to let us know. We will make every effort to provide the necessary adjustments to ensure you have an equitable opportunity to succeed.

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